Green Bay Area Public School trustee resigns

GREEN BAY, Wi (WGBW, WISS) – Laura Laitinen-Warren resigned her position as a trustee on the Green Bay Board of Education on Saturday, effective immediately. 

In a statement sent to the school board and posted on her Facebook page, Laitinen-Warren said she wants to spend time and energy in areas where she can have a more impactful role in effecting positive change in the community. 

“After much consideration, I have determined I need to reallocate my time and energy to areas where I can have a more direct and impactful role in effecting positive change within our community.

“I remain deeply committed to the betterment of our educational system which includes supporting our dedicated educators and, most importantly, working to ensure all children have access to a quality education.

“I am grateful for the relationships I have gained during my tenure and the support I have received from the Green Bay community. I will continue to be a champion for public education.”

Laitinen-Warren was appointed to the school board in March 2021 and was elected to a three-year term in April 2022. Laitinen-Warren is a member of the Oneida Nation and was the only person of color on the School Board.

The Green Bay Area Public Schools will hold a special meeting on March 4th to start the process to appoint a new board member to serve out the remainder of Laitinen-Warren’s term.